NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO UNITED STATES NEWSWIRE SERVICES OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATES VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ExGen Resources Inc. (TSX.V: EXG; OTC: BXXRF) (“ExGen” or the “Company”) has signed a binding letter of intent (the “Binding LOI”) on October 8, 2025 to acquire three lithium properties and other assets in Nevada. This acquisition will greatly expand ExGen’s Nevada lithium interests, presently focused on the Spark North Lithium property (“Spark North”). Spark North is located just north of Surge Battery Metals Inc.’s (“Surge Battery”) Nevada North Lithium Project, which hosts a large and high grade lithium resource (see below for more information of Surge Battery’s Nevada North Lithium Project). ExGen is acquiring the Spark South lithium property (“Spark South”), which is...

– Amendment includes finalized cash amount and updated CVR terms for tender offer – LAVA announces new date for extraordinary general meeting of shareholders EMERYVILLE, Calif. and UTRECHT, The Netherlands and PHILADELPHIA, Penn., Oct. 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — XOMA Royalty Corporation (“XOMA Royalty”) (Nasdaq: XOMA) and LAVA Therapeutics N.V. (“LAVA”) (Nasdaq: LVTX) today announced that they have reached an agreement to amend their previously announced definitive share purchase agreement (the “Purchase Agreement,” and such amendment, the “Amendment”).   Under the Amendment, LAVA shareholders who tender their shares will now receive (i) an initial cash amount per share of $1.04 (the “Cash Amount,” as compared to the range between $1.16 and $1.24 that was originally agreed), plus (ii) a non-transferable contingent...

BOCA RATON, Fla., Oct. 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Vocodia Holdings Corp. (OTC: VHAI) (“Vocodia”), a leader in conversational AI solutions, and AdRetreaver LLC d/b/a Scale Agile Solutions (SAS), a provider of innovative AI-driven technologies, today announced the signing of a non-binding Revised Letter of Intent (LOI) for a strategic asset acquisition. The proposed transaction will see Vocodia acquire SAS’s technology, intellectual property, and commercial contracts, positioning the combined entity to expand its presence in the $470 billion conversational AI market. Strategic Transaction Overview Under the terms outlined in the LOI, Vocodia will acquire key SAS assets while Connexus Ai Inc., a separate entity, will remain privately held and excluded from the transaction. Post-closing, SAS will operate as an independent division...

Acquisition includes novel new chemical entity VB4-P5 with potential to address significant unmet needs in rare and large-market kidney diseases CALGARY, Alberta, Oct. 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — XORTX Therapeutics Inc. (“XORTX” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: XRTX | TSXV: XRTX | Frankfurt: ANU), a late stage clinical pharmaceutical company focused on developing innovative therapies to treat gout and progressive kidney disease, announces that it has entered into a binding term sheet (the “Term Sheet”) to acquire a Renal Anti-Fibrotic Therapeutic Program from Vectus Biosystems Limited, an Australian Securities Exchange listed company (“Vectus”). The program includes a novel new chemical entity, VB4-P5, along with its associated intellectual property, regulatory documentation, and manufacturing data. The program is currently at the pre-IND...

FORM 8.3 PUBLIC OPENING POSITION DISCLOSURE/DEALING DISCLOSURE BY A PERSON WITH INTERESTS IN RELEVANT SECURITIES REPRESENTING 1% OR MORERule 8.3 of the Takeover Code (the “Code”) 1.        KEY INFORMATION(a)   Full name of discloser: CANACCORD GENUITY ASSET MANAGEMENT LIMITED (for Discretionary clients)(b)   Owner or controller of interests and short positions disclosed, if different from 1(a):        The naming of nominee or vehicle companies is insufficient. For a trust, the trustee(s), settlor and beneficiaries must be named. N/A(c)   Name of offeror/offeree in relation to whose relevant securities this form relates:        Use a separate form for each offeror/offeree IQE PLC(d)   If an exempt fund manager connected with an offeror/offeree, state this and specify identity of offeror/offeree: N/A(e)   Date position held/dealing...

Media relations:Victoire GruxTel.: +33 6 04 52 16 55victoire.grux@capgemini.com Investor relations:Vincent BiraudTel.: +33 1 47 54 50 87vincent.biraud@capgemini.com Capgemini completes the acquisition of WNS and creates a global leader in Agentic AI-powered Intelligent Operations Paris, October 17, 2025 – Capgemini (Euronext Paris: CAP) today announced that it has completed the acquisition of WNS (NYSE: WNS), a digital-led business transformation and services company and leader in the Digital BPS (Business Process Services) market. With the closing of this transaction, Capgemini creates a global leader in Intelligent Operations to capture clients’ investment in Agentic AI to transform their end-to-end business processes. “Capgemini and WNS share a common vision of the potential of agentic AI to transform our clients’ business operations,”...

Advanced Genetics and Farming driving the Next Generation of Table Grapes, Blueberries, and Cherries MADRID, Oct. 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — After several years of productive collaboration and shared success, AMFRESH Group and RIOBLANCO have formalized an amicable agreement under which AMFRESH has acquired 100% ownership of TERRAMARA FRESH, reinforcing its farming expansion across the Pacific Rim triangle encompassing the United States, Mexico, and Peru. This milestone reflects the natural evolution of both organizations and their aligned strategic vision, celebrating a partnership built on trust, innovation, and a shared purpose to deliver high-quality varietal offerings to retail partners. With over 600 hectares of premium farming investment across two major production areas in Mexico, the acquisition strengthens AMFRESH’s Pacific...

Strategic Integration of Leading Brands Equips Designers with Seamless Solutions Across Commercial SpacesMomentumMomentum logoB+N IndustriesB+N Industries logoIrvine, CA, Oct. 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Momentum, a leading provider of design-forward solutions for commercial interiors, today announced its acquisition of B+N Industries, an award-winning provider of innovative architectural panels, modular systems, and custom shelving and cladding. This union represents a natural evolution for both companies, bringing together two U.S. brands grounded in a shared passion for sustainability, innovation, and the power of design. The resulting partnership establishes a new, integrated resource designed to empower customers to create cohesive and inspiring spaces with seamless ease.  The addition of B+N Industries,...

TOKYO, Oct. 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Hudson Talent Solutions, a global leader in talent advisory and workforce solutions, today announced the full integration of Alpha Consulting Group, K.K. (“ACG”) into the Hudson Talent Solutions brand. This integration marks a significant step in the company’s global growth strategy and strengthens its ability to deliver locally attuned, globally connected solutions across Japan. ACG has been a trusted recruitment services partner to organizations ranging from small- and mid-sized enterprises to multinational corporations across IT Services, Technology, and Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences sectors. By uniting under the Hudson Talent Solutions brand, clients will now benefit from expanded capabilities, deeper resources, and a seamless portfolio of services tailored to Japan’s evolving talent...

TORONTO, Oct. 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Clairvest Group Inc. (TSX: CVG) (“CVG”) today announced that it, together with Clairvest Equity Partners VII (“CEP VII”, collectively “Clairvest”), has entered into an agreement to acquire the operations of MGM Northfield Park (“Northfield Park”) from MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) for US$546 million in cash, subject to customary purchase price adjustments. CVG, funds managed by it, and co-investors are expected to invest approximately US$165 million in equity in connection with the transaction. CVG’s direct exposure is expected to represent between 4% and 5% of book value based on current estimates. This transaction would represent Clairvest’s 17th investment in the gaming sector, building on Clairvest’s 25-year track record of successful investing in the gaming industry. Northfield...